Features of the LG KP500 Cookie include:
* 3 megapixel camera with digital zoom
* Video recording
* Touch sensitive screen: TFT LCD, 262k colours, 240 x 400 pixels (3 inches)
* Handwriting recognition
* Music player (MP3/AAC/AAC+/AAC++/WMA formats)
* FM radio
* Speakerphone
* Messaging: SMS, MMS, Email
* T9 predictive text
* Document viewer (TXT, PDF, DOC, PPT, XLS)
* Ringtones: 64 voice polyphonic ringtones / MP3 ringtones
* Wallpaper
* Java 2.0 games
* Phonebook (1000 names)
* Memory: 48 Mbytes plus microSD memory card slot (up to 8GB)
* Connectivity: USB 2.0, Bluetooth
* Internet: WAP 2.0, GPRS, EDGE, web browser
* Vibration alert
* Quad band
* Size: 107 x 55 x 12 mm
* Weight: 89g
* Talktime: 3.5 hours
* Battery standby: 350 hours
source : http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
LG KP500 Cookie Review 2
So, the ergonomics are good, and the screen is good. What else is good? Well, it has a media player that plays most popular digital music formats. It also has a stereo FM radio. It's got a good web browser. It supports email and has a document viewer installed. Connectivity includes USB and Bluetooth, and the operating frequency is quadband GSM, so you should be able to use the phone anywhere in the world.
Now let's take a look at what's missing.
The camera is not as good as the 5 or 8 megapixel cameras seen in LG's high-end phones. It's limited to 3.2 megapixels, and there's no autofocus but this is reasonable when you consider the price. The memory is also more limited at 48 MB, although you can add a microSD memory card to bring this up to 8GB. It's not 3G and there's no WiFi, so web browsing probably isn't a good option, despite the big screen, which is a shame.
Inevitably there are trade-offs between price and features. We feel that LG have got the balance just right with the Cookie. By removing the features that most people won't miss, and by installing an average camera, they've not only slashed the cost, but have also made the phone more compact and easier to use in many ways. As long as you won't miss high speed web browsing or the camera quality, you can have all the benefits of the latest touchscreen phones for a fraction of the cost. For example, on contract you can expect to get the LG KP500 with half-price line rental for the duration of the contract, or a freebie such as a Nintendo Wii Fit, an XBOX 360 or even a couple of hundred quid cashback! With deals this generous, it's very hard to find fault with the Cookie.
source : http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk
Now let's take a look at what's missing.
The camera is not as good as the 5 or 8 megapixel cameras seen in LG's high-end phones. It's limited to 3.2 megapixels, and there's no autofocus but this is reasonable when you consider the price. The memory is also more limited at 48 MB, although you can add a microSD memory card to bring this up to 8GB. It's not 3G and there's no WiFi, so web browsing probably isn't a good option, despite the big screen, which is a shame.
Inevitably there are trade-offs between price and features. We feel that LG have got the balance just right with the Cookie. By removing the features that most people won't miss, and by installing an average camera, they've not only slashed the cost, but have also made the phone more compact and easier to use in many ways. As long as you won't miss high speed web browsing or the camera quality, you can have all the benefits of the latest touchscreen phones for a fraction of the cost. For example, on contract you can expect to get the LG KP500 with half-price line rental for the duration of the contract, or a freebie such as a Nintendo Wii Fit, an XBOX 360 or even a couple of hundred quid cashback! With deals this generous, it's very hard to find fault with the Cookie.
source : http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk
LG KP500 Cookie Review 1
Review: November 2008. Updated February 2009.
The LG KP500 is nicknamed the Cookie. It's billed as an affordable touchscreen phone and in fact there are some amazing deals out there to tempt you. But before you rush off to buy one, join us in a tour of the Cookie, and let's find out what's missing compared to the more expensive rival touchscreen phones.
Let's start by looking at what you do get. You get a genuine touchscreen-driven phone (not just one with touch-sensitive buttons) that is controlled by pressing virtual buttons and icons with your finger or the stylus that's supplied with the phone. Pioneered by the iPhone (and others), touchscreen is the hottest trend in mobile phones in 2008, and it's hard to underestimate the amount of fun that you can have pressing virtual buttons on a screen. Especially for people like us, who don't get out enough. In the early days touchscreen phones were often tricky to use, but these days they're all pretty easy once you've got used to them. We don't think that the Cookie will pose any trouble, although some may find the stylus a nuisance. Anyway, great fun to use! The KP500 also has a built-in accelerometer, which simply means that it senses which way is up and automatically rotates the display. The virtual QWERTY keyboard slides into view when you turn the phone to landscape mode, which looks very cool. The accelerometer is also used when playing games, so you can tilt and turn the phone Wii-style to control movement. You can shake and flip the phone at other times to control various functions. It's all great fun, as long as you don't mind being stared at by passers-by.
The Cookie is more compact than most touchphones. It's about 20% smaller than the iPhone 3G and several millimetres thinner than its big brother, the LG Renoir. And weighing just 89g, it's probably the lightest touchscreen phone ever. We can't think of any lighter ones off the top of our head anyway. But, and this bit is important, LG have cleverly made the phone smaller without reducing the size of the screen. At 3 inches across, it's a big display by any standards, and when it comes to touchscreen, size really does matter! A bigger screen makes it easier to use, and the Cookie is definitely an easy phone to use.
source : http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk
The LG KP500 is nicknamed the Cookie. It's billed as an affordable touchscreen phone and in fact there are some amazing deals out there to tempt you. But before you rush off to buy one, join us in a tour of the Cookie, and let's find out what's missing compared to the more expensive rival touchscreen phones.
Let's start by looking at what you do get. You get a genuine touchscreen-driven phone (not just one with touch-sensitive buttons) that is controlled by pressing virtual buttons and icons with your finger or the stylus that's supplied with the phone. Pioneered by the iPhone (and others), touchscreen is the hottest trend in mobile phones in 2008, and it's hard to underestimate the amount of fun that you can have pressing virtual buttons on a screen. Especially for people like us, who don't get out enough. In the early days touchscreen phones were often tricky to use, but these days they're all pretty easy once you've got used to them. We don't think that the Cookie will pose any trouble, although some may find the stylus a nuisance. Anyway, great fun to use! The KP500 also has a built-in accelerometer, which simply means that it senses which way is up and automatically rotates the display. The virtual QWERTY keyboard slides into view when you turn the phone to landscape mode, which looks very cool. The accelerometer is also used when playing games, so you can tilt and turn the phone Wii-style to control movement. You can shake and flip the phone at other times to control various functions. It's all great fun, as long as you don't mind being stared at by passers-by.
The Cookie is more compact than most touchphones. It's about 20% smaller than the iPhone 3G and several millimetres thinner than its big brother, the LG Renoir. And weighing just 89g, it's probably the lightest touchscreen phone ever. We can't think of any lighter ones off the top of our head anyway. But, and this bit is important, LG have cleverly made the phone smaller without reducing the size of the screen. At 3 inches across, it's a big display by any standards, and when it comes to touchscreen, size really does matter! A bigger screen makes it easier to use, and the Cookie is definitely an easy phone to use.
source : http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk
Touchscreen Samsung S5600 fights back at LG Cookie
By this point it is more than obvious that Samsung are pushing hard on all fronts. Obviously the midrange touchscreen market is the next area where the Korean company aims for with Samsung S5600.
Samsung S5600 appeared on the sly at the MWC 2009 in Barcelona and somewhat escaped the attention of the crowds (and ours too).
Samsung S5600 isn't yet officially announced so the information about it is pretty limited. From what a quick glance tells us the handset will be a low-end fully touch-operated handset running on the TouchWiz UI. It will also come with 3G support, which its main competitor - the LG KP500 Cookie lacks.
It is no wonder that Samsung are entering this market segment having seen the wonders that the Cookie did for LG's sales. We are however yet to see when will the S5600 actually make it to the market and what will its exact pricing be like.
source : http://www.gsmarena.com
Samsung S5600 appeared on the sly at the MWC 2009 in Barcelona and somewhat escaped the attention of the crowds (and ours too).
Samsung S5600 isn't yet officially announced so the information about it is pretty limited. From what a quick glance tells us the handset will be a low-end fully touch-operated handset running on the TouchWiz UI. It will also come with 3G support, which its main competitor - the LG KP500 Cookie lacks.
It is no wonder that Samsung are entering this market segment having seen the wonders that the Cookie did for LG's sales. We are however yet to see when will the S5600 actually make it to the market and what will its exact pricing be like.
source : http://www.gsmarena.com
SMS driving efficiency
By James on 23 February 2009
LONDON, England - Developing new technologies is vital, but implementing older ones well is equally important. We’ve just registered at a new dentist only to find our appointments are to be confirmed (and reminded) by SMS. I’m surprised, and a touch amazed, as it’s the first time I’ve seen or experienced technology being implemented in such a useful way. It appears that even in our lonely little outpost in South East London, mobile phone penetration has reached such a point that such a service can be implemented, and relied upon. But that isn’t really the point here. I’ve since done a little digging to find that a similar service was first tried in Helsinki back in 2007, and another service has been run by the Swedish National Health service since 2003.
The idea behind these services is to reduce the number of unattended appointments. And the system works. The Swedish health service saw a drop of 16 per cent in uncanceled appointments in the first year, whilst the trial in Helsinki whilst not as impressive, still saw a significant reduction in unannounced absences. Both systems are being run by the local health authorities, whereas ours comes courtesy of a private practice.
It wouldn’t be difficult (as proven by Sweden and Finland) for other healthcare organisations to roll this system out, and to take it beyond dental care into general healthcare. In fact, any organisation that requires appoinments to be kept (which frequently aren’t). I know I’m much more inclined to send or respond to a text than I am to make a call (is it just me?).
Applying SMS in such a way reminds me of the kind of stuff going on in emerging or developing countries, where frequently SMS is not only the most cost-effiecient route to reach people, but frequently the only route.
I’d be interested to hear about any other places you’ve unexpectedly come across mobile technologies, and why or how they might have made a difference to you.
source : http://conversations.nokia.com/2009/02/23/sms-driving-efficiency/
LONDON, England - Developing new technologies is vital, but implementing older ones well is equally important. We’ve just registered at a new dentist only to find our appointments are to be confirmed (and reminded) by SMS. I’m surprised, and a touch amazed, as it’s the first time I’ve seen or experienced technology being implemented in such a useful way. It appears that even in our lonely little outpost in South East London, mobile phone penetration has reached such a point that such a service can be implemented, and relied upon. But that isn’t really the point here. I’ve since done a little digging to find that a similar service was first tried in Helsinki back in 2007, and another service has been run by the Swedish National Health service since 2003.
The idea behind these services is to reduce the number of unattended appointments. And the system works. The Swedish health service saw a drop of 16 per cent in uncanceled appointments in the first year, whilst the trial in Helsinki whilst not as impressive, still saw a significant reduction in unannounced absences. Both systems are being run by the local health authorities, whereas ours comes courtesy of a private practice.
It wouldn’t be difficult (as proven by Sweden and Finland) for other healthcare organisations to roll this system out, and to take it beyond dental care into general healthcare. In fact, any organisation that requires appoinments to be kept (which frequently aren’t). I know I’m much more inclined to send or respond to a text than I am to make a call (is it just me?).
Applying SMS in such a way reminds me of the kind of stuff going on in emerging or developing countries, where frequently SMS is not only the most cost-effiecient route to reach people, but frequently the only route.
I’d be interested to hear about any other places you’ve unexpectedly come across mobile technologies, and why or how they might have made a difference to you.
source : http://conversations.nokia.com/2009/02/23/sms-driving-efficiency/
Nokia E75 series review
Nokia E75’s features:-
1. Designed for the best email experience via pre-installed email clients.
2. A horizontal slide out design QWERTY keyboard with a standard numeric keypad when closed.
3. Ovi Files services for accessing files and documents in your PC even when it is offline.
4. Overall dimension: 111.8 x 50 x 14.4 mm; weight: 139g.
5. Battery standby time up to 11 days.
6. Available in three colors: Red, Silver/black and Copper/Yellow.
7. Support N-Gage games.
8. 2.4-inch display screen which supports 16 million colors.
9. 50MB of internal memory with a memory card slot.
10. 3.2-megapixel camera with auto focus, flash and mirror.
11. Video recording in VGA quality.
12. Other features: stereo Bluetooth, USB mass storage, full e-mail and messaging, assisted-GPS with Nokia Maps, a digital-music player, organizer applications, a 3.5mm headset jack, a text-to-speech message reader, a voice recorder, speaker-independent voice dialing, and a speakerphone.
13. Expected to ship in March at an estimated retail price of 375 EUR.
source : http://www.tipandtrick.net/2009/nokias-new-e-series-
messaging-phones-nokia-e55-and-e75/
Nokia E55 series review
Nokia E55’s features:-
1. The thinnest Nokia Phone.
2. A new compact QWERTY keyboard – two letters per key which makes messaging easier.
3. Overall dimension: 116 x 49 x 9.9 mm; weight: 98g.
4. 2.4-inch display supports 16 million colors in both landscape and portrait modes.
5. It has up to 28 days of standby battery life.
6. Supports N-Gage games.
7. 60MB of internal memory with memory card slot.
8. 3.2-megapixel camera with flash.
9. Video recording in VGA quality.
10. Available in two colors – black and write.
11. Other features: Bluetooth, voice commands, text and multimedia messaging, assisted-GPS with Nokia Maps, instant messaging, organizer features, IMAP4 and POP3 e-mail, USB support, a 3.5mm headset jack, PC syncing, instant messaging, a voice recorder, a text-to-speech message reader, and a music player.
12. Expected to ship in the second quarter at an estimated retail price of 265 EUR.
source : http://www.tipandtrick.net/2009/nokias-new-e-series-
messaging-phones-nokia-e55-and-e75/
Nokia unveils N86 8-megapixel cameraphone with Carl Zeiss optics 2
Below is a excerpt of bullet points from Nokia's press material:
* The Nokia N86 8MP delivers the power of Nokia Nseries with the latest Ovi Services and authentic build materials.
* It sets a new benchmark in mobile imaging versatility with an 8 Mpix super wide-angle Carl Zeiss Tessar lens, and mechanical shutter. This means it’s easy even for novice users to get the versatility and quality of a stand-alone digital camera, now built-into their phone.
* Optimized for both photos and videos even in low-light or bright sunlight, the device delivers automatic aperture control to f2.4/f3.2/f4.8 - plus motion blur reduction, video stabilizer, noise reduction, panorama mode, flash and geo-tagging.
* The Nokia N86 8MP also incorporates the latest services Nokia Maps with compass and Ovi Contacts. Great for technology-savvy users who live in the moment and like to share their life with friends. Now it’s pure simplicity to snap great shots, geo-tag and share them with people that matter.
* The premium design includes scratch-resistant hardened glass front with a vibrant OLED display. Authentic metal details add to the quality and prestige of the unit.
* Amazing Video and TV entertainment on the go, up to 24GB of memory to store favorite programs, and a TV-out capability for plugging into any standard TV set.
* A built-in kickstand means you can stand-up the device for hands-free games or video entertainment. Opening the kickstand activates a photo slideshow, so you can also use the device as a digital photo-frame.
* Ovi services are integral to the whole experience, enabling users to chat, plan an evening, share a picture or a place, buy and listen to music and play games on the way.
* With Contacts users can manage their address book and calendar and keep it safe. They can also simply chat over IM, email or text - or let others see their location on the Nokia Maps and even share the song they are listening to.
* Maps, with guided pedestrian navigation, now provides straight line A-to-B guidance and automatic map orientation with compass, and has new 3D landmarks, satellite, hybrid and terrain maps.
* With Share users can store photos, videos and music online, upload images to the web and even see and place their photos on the map. Also integrates with Maps for users to share, plan and sync favorite places and routes between device and PC.
* Nokia Music Store enables users to browse millions of tracks, buy and download direct to their mobile and manage their music library on the go.
* The device supports N-Gage games and N-Gage Arena as well as Java games, and comes with a pre-installed catalogue to start off with. The device’s iconic dual-slide allows users to pick up a game where they left off with “Slide and Play” access to optimized gaming controls. The superior AM OLED display tops off a great gaming experience.
source : http://www.gizmag.com/nokia-n86-8-megapixel-cameraphone-carl-zeiss/11047/
* The Nokia N86 8MP delivers the power of Nokia Nseries with the latest Ovi Services and authentic build materials.
* It sets a new benchmark in mobile imaging versatility with an 8 Mpix super wide-angle Carl Zeiss Tessar lens, and mechanical shutter. This means it’s easy even for novice users to get the versatility and quality of a stand-alone digital camera, now built-into their phone.
* Optimized for both photos and videos even in low-light or bright sunlight, the device delivers automatic aperture control to f2.4/f3.2/f4.8 - plus motion blur reduction, video stabilizer, noise reduction, panorama mode, flash and geo-tagging.
* The Nokia N86 8MP also incorporates the latest services Nokia Maps with compass and Ovi Contacts. Great for technology-savvy users who live in the moment and like to share their life with friends. Now it’s pure simplicity to snap great shots, geo-tag and share them with people that matter.
* The premium design includes scratch-resistant hardened glass front with a vibrant OLED display. Authentic metal details add to the quality and prestige of the unit.
* Amazing Video and TV entertainment on the go, up to 24GB of memory to store favorite programs, and a TV-out capability for plugging into any standard TV set.
* A built-in kickstand means you can stand-up the device for hands-free games or video entertainment. Opening the kickstand activates a photo slideshow, so you can also use the device as a digital photo-frame.
* Ovi services are integral to the whole experience, enabling users to chat, plan an evening, share a picture or a place, buy and listen to music and play games on the way.
* With Contacts users can manage their address book and calendar and keep it safe. They can also simply chat over IM, email or text - or let others see their location on the Nokia Maps and even share the song they are listening to.
* Maps, with guided pedestrian navigation, now provides straight line A-to-B guidance and automatic map orientation with compass, and has new 3D landmarks, satellite, hybrid and terrain maps.
* With Share users can store photos, videos and music online, upload images to the web and even see and place their photos on the map. Also integrates with Maps for users to share, plan and sync favorite places and routes between device and PC.
* Nokia Music Store enables users to browse millions of tracks, buy and download direct to their mobile and manage their music library on the go.
* The device supports N-Gage games and N-Gage Arena as well as Java games, and comes with a pre-installed catalogue to start off with. The device’s iconic dual-slide allows users to pick up a game where they left off with “Slide and Play” access to optimized gaming controls. The superior AM OLED display tops off a great gaming experience.
source : http://www.gizmag.com/nokia-n86-8-megapixel-cameraphone-carl-zeiss/11047/
Nokia unveils N86 8-megapixel cameraphone with Carl Zeiss optics
February 19, 2009 It looks like Nokia has pulled out all the stops in delivering a potentially paradigm shifting N86 cameraphone with a camera that they claim has SLR-like optics and is good enough to replace your current compact digital one. With 8GB of internal storage, and a lens system from Carl Zeiss, this device can capture still images at 8 mega pixels, as well as 640x480 video 30 frames per second. The camera has a F2.4 aperture (so it's able to handle low light conditions) and includes a high intensity dual LED flash. Nokia is also using the internal GPS in the device to geo-tag all the photos.
Aside from is prowess as a camera the N86 is a S60 release 3 feature set 2 phone, which is the latest multimedia variant of their OS, so it supports the latest software from Nokia, including Nokia Maps 3.0 and N-Gage compatible games. The device slides both up and down, upward for a numeric keypad, and downward for multimedia controls, in the same way that the N95 and N85 do.
We're looking forward to giving it a complete test just as soon as we can get one!
source : http://www.gizmag.com/nokia-n86-8-megapixel-cameraphone-carl-zeiss/11047/
Authorities alerted to iPhone card-counting application
by Darren Quick
February 20, 2009 Looks like crafty iPhone app developers have come up with another handy use for the iPhone. The Las Vegas Review-Journal is reporting that California gaming authorities are warning their Nevada neighbors to be on the lookout for gamblers using blackjack card-counting programs such as Card Counter or A Blackjack Card Counter that run on either the iPhone or iPod Touch.
The California Bureau of Gambling Control was alerted to the programs by operators of a Northern California Indian casino who discovered customers using their iPhones to improve their chances of winning. While those with a head for figures can legally use their natural acuity in Nevada casinos (although you’re likely to be shown the door), it is a felony to use a device to aid in the counting of cards, so anyone using card counting programs can be detained by casino operators and arrested by state gaming agents. Making life difficult for casino security A Blackjack Card Counter, which uses four different card counting strategies, also has a “stealth mode” using vibration to signal the user that it would be a good time to place a large bet.
Anyone who would rather gamble with casino security instead of a blackjack dealer can download the card counting programs from the iTunes Store.
source : http://www.gizmag.com/iphone-card-counting/11055/
February 20, 2009 Looks like crafty iPhone app developers have come up with another handy use for the iPhone. The Las Vegas Review-Journal is reporting that California gaming authorities are warning their Nevada neighbors to be on the lookout for gamblers using blackjack card-counting programs such as Card Counter or A Blackjack Card Counter that run on either the iPhone or iPod Touch.
The California Bureau of Gambling Control was alerted to the programs by operators of a Northern California Indian casino who discovered customers using their iPhones to improve their chances of winning. While those with a head for figures can legally use their natural acuity in Nevada casinos (although you’re likely to be shown the door), it is a felony to use a device to aid in the counting of cards, so anyone using card counting programs can be detained by casino operators and arrested by state gaming agents. Making life difficult for casino security A Blackjack Card Counter, which uses four different card counting strategies, also has a “stealth mode” using vibration to signal the user that it would be a good time to place a large bet.
Anyone who would rather gamble with casino security instead of a blackjack dealer can download the card counting programs from the iTunes Store.
source : http://www.gizmag.com/iphone-card-counting/11055/
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